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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Short bursts of movement and diabetes risk

Small, intense movement bursts throughout the day may help lower the chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists studied how quick, vigorous activities that last less than a minute relate to diabetes risk. They also looked at slightly longer bursts of moderate to vigorous movement, up to three

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Severe storms hit Mineral Wells, Texas, causing injuries and damage

Heavy storms swept through Palo Pinto County, about 90 miles from Dallas, leaving a trail of injuries and destruction in Mineral Wells. Emergency teams rushed to the scene after reports of people hurt and buildings damaged. The exact number of injuries and how bad they are remains unclear for now.

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Surveillance of Antibiotic Use in Developing Nations

In many countries with limited resources, doctors and pharmacists lack reliable data about how medicines are used. Without this information, it is hard to see where antibiotics are overused or where bacteria have become resistant. A new project plans to fix this by linking two digital tools: e

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Former NIH Officer Charged Over COVID Record Missteps

A grand jury in Maryland has brought charges against David Mor — a senior figure at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases during the height of the pandemic. The case centers on alleged attempts to hide and alter federal records from April 2020 through December 2022, including dat

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

How to Publish a Loved One’s Obituary in the Newspaper

Submitting an obituary is easier than it looks. First, pick your method: email the required checklist to obits@pioneerpress. com or use the online portal. If you need help, call 651‑228‑5263 for guidance. You’ll need basic details: the deceased’s name, your full contact info, and a photo in JPEG or

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Apr 28 2026OPINION

Colorado Primary Battle: Who Gets to Vote?

The recent court ruling has opened a new front in Colorado’s election debate. A judge found that the rule allowing political parties to decide whether or not to hold primaries is too strict, saying it unfairly limits a party’s right to choose its own members. This decision could let the far‑right wi

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Apr 28 2026OPINION

Teen Athlete’s Gamble: Why Sports Betting Hits Young Minds Hard

The story of a Texas Tech quarterback who has decided to seek help for a gambling problem is a wake‑up call about how easy it is for young people to fall into betting traps. Experts explain that teenagers’ brains are wired for excitement and still learning how to control impulses, making them esp

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Senegal’s Parliament Moves to Clear Path for Sonko’s Future Run

Senegal’s lawmakers just passed a new voting law that could let former opposition leader Ousmane Sonko run in the 2029 presidential race. The bill was approved with a large margin: 128 members voted for it, only 11 opposed and two stayed neutral. Sonko, who was barred from the 2024 election be

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Sam Neill's Surprise Cure: From Chemo to CAR T-Cell Therapy

Sam Neill, the well‑known actor, recently revealed that he is now cancer‑free after a new medical approach helped him survive. He had been battling angioimmunoblastic T‑cell lymphoma for about five years, first discovered during a tour for “Jurassic World Dominion. ” While undergoing standard

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

A Life of Swag, Service and Sweet Feasts

Norman Cohn was a man who turned simple ideas into big successes. He began selling holiday‑themed food to local shops while still in high school, and that first venture sparked a long career of owning dozens of companies. In the 1960s he and his father bought the Advertising Specialty Institut

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